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Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU) is a state technical university established on 26 July 2000 by the Government of Uttar Pradesh. Originally founded as Uttar Pradesh Technical University (UPTU), it was renamed AKTU in 2015 in honour of the late President and scientist Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam. The university is recognised by UGC and AICTE, and functions as an affiliating body with jurisdiction spanning the entire state of Uttar Pradesh.
AKTU holds a NAAC A+ grade, awarded following reassessment in November 2025. The Faculty of Architecture and Planning, a constituent unit, is ranked 39th in NIRF Architecture 2025. AKTU does not participate in the NIRF University category as a conventional residential institution.
The university’s administrative campus is located in Jankipuram, Lucknow, spanning approximately 50 acres. AKTU affiliates over 800 institutions across five management zones in Uttar Pradesh, enrolling more than 4 lakh students each academic year.
- AKTU affiliates and governs programmes across multiple disciplines:
- B.Tech — 20+ specialisations including CSE, Mechanical, Civil, Electronics, AI/ML, VLSI Design, and Food Technology
- B.Arch — 5-year architecture programme at the Faculty of Architecture and Planning, Lucknow
- MBA — 10 specialisations: Marketing, Finance, HR, Business Analytics, IT, International Business, Operations, Rural Development, Logistics, and Tourism
- MCA — 2-year postgraduate computer applications programme
- M.Tech — 30+ specialisations across engineering and technology disciplines
- B.Pharm and M.Pharm — pharmacy UG and PG across affiliated institutions
- BHMCT — hotel management and catering technology
- Ph.D. — doctoral programmes in Engineering, Management, Science, Humanities, and Design
The total fees for B.Tech at AKTU’s constituent units is INR 4.02 Lakhs for the full four-year duration (INR 4.62 Lakhs for AI and AI-ML branches). MBA fees stand at INR 1.83 Lakhs for two years. Fees at privately affiliated colleges differ and are governed by respective institutions.
At IET Lucknow, AKTU’s flagship constituent engineering college, students have secured offers up to INR 49 LPA, with an average package of INR 7 to 8.2 LPA in the 2024-25 placement season.
AKTU Admission Dates 2026
AKTU admissions for the 2026-27 session are governed by the Uttar Pradesh Technical Admission Counselling (UPTAC) portal. UPTAC manages seat allotment for B.Tech, B.Arch, MBA, MCA, B.Pharm, and BHMCT across AKTU-affiliated colleges. The current B.Tech/B.Arch counselling cycle is in its final special rounds stage as of August 2026.
| Event | Date / Status (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| UPTAC Round 4 Allotment (B.Tech/B.Arch) | 5 August 2026 |
| Seat Acceptance Fee Deadline (Round 4) | 7 August 2026 |
| Internal Sliding Round | Late August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Special Rounds (B.Tech/B.Arch) | Late August 2026 (Tentative) |
| MBA/MCA PG Counselling Registration | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| B.Pharm / BHMCT Counselling | To be announced at uptac.admissions.nic.in |
The table below covers the entrance exams accepted for each programme family under AKTU’s 2026-27 admission cycle.
| Programme | Exam Accepted | Counselling Body |
|---|---|---|
| B.Tech | JEE Main / CUET UG | UPTAC |
| B.Tech (Lateral Entry) | CUET UG / Diploma in Engineering | UPTAC |
| B.Arch | NATA / JEE Main (Paper 2) | UPTAC |
| MBA | CUET PG / CAT / MAT / CMAT / ATMA | UPTAC PG |
| MCA | CUET PG | UPTAC PG |
| B.Pharm | CUET UG | UPTAC |
| BHMCT | CUET UG | UPTAC |
AKTU Courses and Fees
AKTU affiliates programmes from diploma level through doctoral level. Fee figures below are for AKTU’s own constituent units (IET Lucknow, Faculty of Architecture and Planning, and other constituent colleges). Private affiliated colleges set their own fee structures independently within AICTE-approved limits.
| Course | Duration | Eligibility | Total Fees (Constituent Units) |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.Tech (General Branches) | 4 years | 10+2 (PCM) + JEE Main / CUET UG | INR 4.02 Lakhs |
| B.Tech (AI / AI-ML) | 4 years | 10+2 (PCM) + JEE Main / CUET UG | INR 4.62 Lakhs |
| B.Arch | 5 years | 10+2 + NATA / JEE Main Paper 2 | INR 5.57 Lakhs |
| MBA | 2 years | Graduation + CUET PG / CAT / MAT | INR 1.83 Lakhs |
| MCA | 2 years | BCA / B.Sc (CS/IT) + CUET PG | INR 1.53 Lakhs |
| M.Tech | 2 years | B.Tech + GATE (preferred) | INR 1.70 Lakhs |
| B.Pharm | 4 years | 10+2 (PCB/PCM) + CUET UG | INR 4.17 Lakhs |
| BHMCT | 4 years | 10+2 + CUET UG | INR 2.80 Lakhs |
| Ph.D. | 3 to 5 years | Postgraduate in relevant field | INR 2.53 Lakhs |
B.Tech specialisations span CSE, IT, Mechanical, Civil, Electronics, Electrical, Chemical, Biomedical, Biotechnology, Environmental Engineering, Food Technology, Textile Technology, and Aeronautical Engineering, among others. B.Tech in AI-based branches (Artificial Intelligence and AI-ML) carry a higher fee component.
AKTU Admission Process
B.Tech and B.Arch
B.Tech admission at AKTU-affiliated colleges operates through two parallel merit tracks — JEE Main and CUET UG. Both tracks feed into UPTAC rounds for seat allotment across 85,000+ B.Tech seats statewide.
- Eligibility: 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (or equivalent)
- Valid JEE Main or CUET UG score required
- UP domicile candidates access 85% of seats under the home state quota; remaining 15% under All India quota
- Reservation follows UP norms: OBC (27%), SC (21%), EWS (10%), ST (2%)
- No upper age limit applies for B.Tech admission
- B.Tech Lateral Entry (direct second year) accepts CUET UG score or a Diploma in Engineering
B.Arch admission requires a valid NATA score or JEE Main Paper 2 score, routed through UPTAC. JEE Main cutoff for B.Arch at AKTU’s Faculty of Architecture and Planning (General Category) typically falls in the 70 to 85 percentile range based on recent cycles.
MBA and MCA
MBA admission accepts scores from CUET PG, CAT, MAT, CMAT, or ATMA. Candidates must hold a graduation degree in any discipline with a minimum of 50% marks (45% for reserved categories). Selection moves through document verification and college-level counselling after UPTAC seat allotment. MCA requires BCA, B.Sc (CS/IT), or a degree with Mathematics at 10+2 level, along with a valid CUET PG score.
B.Pharm and BHMCT
Both programmes admit through CUET UG score via UPTAC. B.Pharm requires 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology or Mathematics. BHMCT requires 10+2 in any stream. Counselling schedule is released at uptac.admissions.nic.in alongside the B.Tech rounds.
M.Tech and Ph.D.
M.Tech admission at AKTU constituent colleges prefers candidates with a valid GATE score, though non-GATE candidates may also apply. Ph.D. admissions are conducted directly through AKTU and constituent units, requiring a qualifying postgraduate degree and a qualifying entrance test or exemption as per UGC norms.
AKTU Placements
AKTU is an affiliating university. Placement activities are conducted independently by each affiliated and constituent college through their own placement cells. The data below reflects outcomes at IET Lucknow, AKTU’s flagship constituent engineering college, for the 2024-25 placement season.
| Metric | 2024-25 (IET Lucknow) |
|---|---|
| Highest Package | INR 49 LPA |
| Average Package | INR 7 to 8.2 LPA |
| Students Placed | 518 |
| Recruiting Companies | 90+ |
| International Offers | 10 |
Top recruiters visiting IET Lucknow include TCS, Wipro, Accenture, Tech Mahindra, IBM, Oracle, CDK Global, JUSPAY, and OPTUM. Outcomes vary widely across the 800+ affiliated colleges. Top AKTU-affiliated private colleges such as JSS Noida and KIET Ghaziabad report average packages in the INR 6 to 10 LPA range, while newer affiliated institutions report INR 3 to 5 LPA.
For M.Tech and MBA graduates from constituent units, average packages typically range from INR 5 to 7 LPA, with finance and analytics specialisations at the higher end. B.Arch graduates from the Faculty of Architecture and Planning report a median salary of INR 6.91 LPA at the postgraduate level.
AKTU Rankings
AKTU holds a NAAC A+ grade following reassessment in November 2025. The Faculty of Architecture and Planning, a constituent unit, is ranked by NIRF in the Architecture category.
| Ranking Body | Category | 2025 Rank |
|---|---|---|
| NIRF | Architecture and Planning | 39 |
AKTU Scholarships
AKTU students enrolled at affiliated colleges are eligible for state and central government scholarship schemes. The primary scholarship avenue is the Uttar Pradesh Post-Matric Scholarship (Dashmottar) scheme, which covers fee reimbursement for eligible reserved-category students.
| Scholarship | Eligibility | Coverage |
|---|---|---|
| UP Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST) | SC/ST students; family income below INR 1 Lakh per annum | Full fee reimbursement |
| UP Post-Matric Scholarship (OBC) | OBC students; family income below INR 1 Lakh per annum | Full fee reimbursement |
| NSP PM-USP (Central) | Minority community; 80% in Class 12; parental income below INR 4.5 Lakhs | INR 82,000 per annum |
| GATE Scholarship (M.Tech) | Valid GATE score at AICTE-approved institutions | INR 12,400 per month stipend |
| College-Level Merit Fee Waivers | Top UPTAC rank allottees (varies by institution) | Partial to full tuition waiver in Year 1 |
Application for the UP Post-Matric scholarship for the 2026-27 session opens on 15 September 2026 and closes on 20 December 2026. Students must generate an OTR (One Time Registration) number via the UP Scholarship and Fee Reimbursement Online System before the application window opens.
AKTU Campus and Infrastructure
AKTU’s administrative and constituent campus is located in Jankipuram, Lucknow, spanning approximately 50 acres. The Jankipuram campus houses the central university offices, Faculty of Architecture and Planning, Centre for Advanced Studies, and the Uttar Pradesh Institute of Design (UPID), Noida.
The university operates an Incubation Centre supporting student and faculty startups, along with a Faculty Development Centre conducting training programmes for faculty across affiliated colleges. The campus maintains a central library, computer labs, and dedicated infrastructure for research scholars pursuing Ph.D. programmes.
Hostels are available within the constituent college campuses (IET Lucknow, Faculty of Architecture and Planning). Individual affiliated colleges maintain their own hostel facilities; availability and quality vary significantly across the 800+ institutions spread across Uttar Pradesh.
AKTU vs Anna University vs GTU
AKTU, Anna University (Tamil Nadu), and Gujarat Technological University (GTU) are three of India’s largest state technical affiliating universities. Each governs hundreds of engineering and management colleges within its home state. The comparison below covers institutional scale, accreditation, and programme outcomes.
| Parameter | AKTU (UP) | Anna University (TN) | GTU (Gujarat) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Established | 2000 (as UPTU) | 1978 | 2007 |
| Affiliated Colleges | 800+ | 570+ | 450+ |
| NAAC Grade | A+ | A++ (Score 3.76) | A |
| NIRF Rank (Engineering) | Not ranked (affiliating body) | 3 (2025) | Not ranked |
| Flagship B.Tech Fees | INR 4.02 Lakhs | INR 2.75 to 4.0 Lakhs (est.) | INR 3.0 to 5.0 Lakhs |
| Exam Accepted (B.Tech) | JEE Main / CUET UG | TNEA (TN Engineering Admissions) | GUJCET / JEE Main |
| Average Package (Top Colleges) | INR 7 to 10 LPA | INR 8 to 14 LPA | INR 5 to 8 LPA |
Anna University has the strongest NIRF standing and placement outcomes at its top affiliated colleges, aided by proximity to Chennai’s large technology and manufacturing corridor. AKTU leads in absolute institutional scale across Uttar Pradesh and is the primary gateway for technical education in the state. GTU serves a comparable function in Gujarat’s industrial economy, with strength in Mechanical and Civil engineering streams tied to the state’s manufacturing base.
AKTU FAQs
Ques. Is AKTU a good university for B.Tech?
Ans. AKTU governs over 800 engineering colleges across Uttar Pradesh. Quality varies significantly by institution. Top AKTU-affiliated colleges such as KIET Ghaziabad, JSS Noida, and Galgotias University offer good infrastructure and placement outcomes (INR 6 to 10 LPA average). For the best outcomes, focus on the ranking and placement record of the specific affiliated college you are targeting, not AKTU as a whole.
Ques. What is AKTU’s NAAC grade?
Ans. AKTU holds a NAAC A+ grade, awarded after reassessment in November 2025. It was initially graded A, and successfully appealed for a higher grade following revaluation.
Ques. How does UPTAC counselling work for AKTU B.Tech admission?
Ans. UPTAC (Uttar Pradesh Technical Admission Counselling) manages seat allotment for all AKTU-affiliated B.Tech colleges. Candidates register on the UPTAC portal, submit JEE Main or CUET UG scores, fill choice preferences, and receive allotment letters in multiple rounds. UP domicile candidates access 85% of seats; 15% are open to all states. Special rounds are held after main rounds to fill vacant seats.
Ques. What is the minimum JEE Main percentile for AKTU B.Tech admission?
Ans. There is no minimum JEE Main percentile set by AKTU centrally. Cutoffs vary by college and branch. Top AKTU-affiliated colleges in CSE require JEE Main percentiles of 85 and above. Less sought-after branches and colleges admit candidates with lower percentiles via special rounds. CUET UG score is an alternative for candidates without JEE Main scores.
Ques. Are UP state scholarships available for AKTU students?
Ans. Yes. Students from SC, ST, and OBC categories enrolled at AKTU-affiliated colleges are eligible for the UP Post-Matric Scholarship (Dashmottar) scheme, which covers full fee reimbursement for families with annual income below INR 1 Lakh. The application window for 2026-27 opens on 15 September 2026 at the UP Scholarship online portal.
Ques. Does AKTU conduct its own entrance exam?
Ans. No. AKTU does not conduct its own entrance exam. B.Tech and B.Arch admission is based on JEE Main, CUET UG, or NATA scores. MBA and MCA admission accepts CAT, CUET PG, MAT, CMAT, or ATMA scores. All seat allotment is handled through UPTAC.
Ques. What are AKTU’s placement statistics?
Ans. AKTU does not conduct centralised placements across its 800+ affiliated colleges. Each college has its own placement cell. At IET Lucknow (AKTU’s flagship constituent college), the 2024-25 highest package was INR 49 LPA and the average package was INR 7 to 8.2 LPA, with 90+ companies visiting campus. Outcomes at other affiliated colleges range from INR 3 LPA to INR 12 LPA depending on the institution.
Ques. Is AKTU affiliated to UGC?
Ans. Yes. AKTU is recognised by both UGC and AICTE. Degrees awarded by AKTU and its affiliated colleges are valid for government employment, higher education, and professional registration in India.
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At Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU), Lucknow, the Bachelor of Hotel Management & Catering Technology (BHMCT) or similar hotel management UG course costs about INR 2.8 – INR 2.9 lakh for the full 4-year duration (around INR 70,000 per year).
AKTU B.Tech is offered as 4 Years Full Time program, with total intake of 60 seats. The minimum eligibility criteria for B.Tech is 10+2 with 45%+JEE MAINS/UPTAC. The total fees for AKTU B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering in 2025 is INR 2.2 Lakhs for the complete course duration.
AKTU B.Pharma {Lateral} is offered as 4 Years full-time program. The minimum eligibility criteria for B.Pharma {Lateral} are passed in 10+2 + UPTAC. The total fees for AKTU B.Pharma {Lateral} in 2025 is INR 2.53 Lakhs for the complete course duration. The fees for the BPharma lateral entry are INR 63,300. The hostel provides a range of facilities with varying levels of satisfaction reported by users. Accommodation options include single, double, and triple-seater rooms equipped with beds, study tables, chairs, almirahs, fans, and, in some cases, air conditioning. The hostel charges range from Rs. 20,000 to over Rs. 100,000 annually.
n for engineering courses. The Uttar Pradesh Technical Admission Counselling (UPTAC) 2025 registration for B.Tech programs concluded on July 15, 2025, with seat allotments completed in August. The university has initiated classes for the new academic year, with the Centre for Advanced Studies (CAS) launching undergraduate engineering courses in advanced technologies, including Computer Science and Engineering, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, VLSI Design and Technology, and Mechanical and Mechatronics.
Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU), Uttar Pradesh, offers scholarships to support economically weaker, meritorious, SC/ST, OBC, minority, and girl students. These include state government post-matric scholarships, fee reimbursement, and merit-based awards. Eligible candidates must apply online through the UP Scholarship Portal by submitting the required academic and income documents.
For BBA admission at Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU), Lucknow (2025–26), the online application opened in March–April 2025 and the last date to apply was around July 2025, with counselling and admission formalities continuing into July–August 2025.
Admissions at AKTU are underway in August 2025. The UPTAC counselling Round–1 choice-filling for UG/PG (e.g., BDes, BPharm, MBA, MCA, BTech lateral) ran from August 12 to August 16, with the Round–1 seat-allotment results released on August 18.
The fee for the BPharma course is mentioned below:
AKTU Admission offers entry to UG, PG, and Ph.D programs across Engineering, Pharmacy, Management, Architecture, and Sciences through entrance exams followed by centralized UPTAC counselling.
At the Doctoral level, AKTU also offers admission to PhD programs. Candidates have to appear for the Written Entrance test + PI Round interview for final selection.
At Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU), Lucknow, admissions are based on merit and entrance exams. For B.Tech/B.E, seats are filled through the UPSEE/UPCET entrance exam or JEE Main ranks, while some management quota or lateral entry seats may consider merit in qualifying exams.
Admissions are not done via VITEE, as VITEE is specific to Vellore Institute of Technology, not AKTU. You need to apply through the AKTU portal and follow official counselling procedures.
The fees for the Btech course are mentioned below:
Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University considers CUET scores and merit criteria for admission in selected undergraduate courses. With a total CUET score of 121 in four subjects, admission possibilities depend on course demand, category, counselling rounds, and seat availability. Students should apply online, participate in counselling, and monitor official admission updates regularly.
AKTU, Lucknow, offers admissions to UG, PG, and doctoral level courses. The admission to undergraduate programmes will be based on JEE Main scores, followed by UPTAC Counselling. The PG admissions in AKTU Lucknow will be given based on the marks obtained in the qualifying exam. The admissions to PhD programmes at AKTU, Lucknow, will be based on the scores of the written test, followed by an interview. Students also have to get their documents verified and pay the admission fees before getting final admission to college. Before applying for admission at AKTU, Lucknow, candidates should check the eligibility criteria and selection criteria for the particular course. The university offers various engineering, management, and computer application courses.
AKTU B.Tech Biotechnology is offered as 4 Years Full Time program, with total intake of 60 seats. The minimum eligibility criteria for B.Tech is 10+2 with 45%+JEE MAINS/UPTAC. The total fees for AKTU B.Tech Biotechnology is INR 2.2 Lakhs for the complete course duration.
AKTU B Pharma is offered as 4 Years Full Time program, with total intake of 60 seats. The minimum eligibility criteria for B Pharma is Pass in 10+2 + UPTAC. The total fees for AKTU B Pharma in 2024 is INR 2.53 Lakhs for the complete course duration
AKTU B.Tech is offered as 4 Years Full Time program. The fees for AKTU is INR 2.2 Lakhs for the entire duration. Admission is based on the JEE Main/UPTAC
The fee for the Btech course is mentioned below:
Yes, Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU), formerly known as Uttar Pradesh Technical University (UPTU), is a state government university. Established in May 2000 by the Government of Uttar Pradesh, AKTU operates under state jurisdiction and is recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC).
Admission is based on the JEE Main/UPTAC. Btech in biotechnology is an undergraduate engineering program. Biotechnology is said to be a combination of biology and technology, and it is an applied science. The basic eligibility for this course is a pass in 10+2 with subjects like mathematics, physics, chemistry, biology, etc.
Admissions to B.Tech, B.Pharm, B.Arch, BCA, BBA, MBA, MCA, and other courses in AKTU-affiliated colleges are done through the UPTAC (UP Technical Admission Counselling) process based on merit.